We Now Know Why The Maple Leafs' Game Tonight Was Delayed

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Julien Trekker
October 31, 2023 (10:45)

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The Reason Behind the Leafs and Kings' Game Delay Is Revealed

To the surprise of many fans, tonight's game between the Maple Leafs and the Kings will not be at the usual time, but an hour later. The puck is set to drop at 8 p.m. ET instead of 7.

A recent report has revealed why the game is delayed.

According to David Alter, this strategic decision was made to draw more Kings fans to watch the game. It will be at 5 p.m. instead of 4 in L.A.

Maple Leafs' Lineup Projected

The Maple Leafs held a practice yesterday, and here are the lines we saw:

"#Leafs lines at practice Oct. 30/23

Jarnkrok-Matthews-Marner
Bertuzzi-Tavares-Nylander
Knies-Kampf-Domi
Gregor-Holmberg-Reaves

Rielly-Brodie
Giordano-Liljegren
Lagesson-Klingberg "

As you can see, Sheldon Keefe did not make any changes to his lineup after the overtime loss to the Predators on Saturday night.

However, Joseph Woll is set to return between the pipes, hoping to continue his amazing streak.

As seen on The Hockey News - Why the Maple Leafs' Home Game Against the Kings is Starting an Hour Later Than Usual, Lineups vs Kings and Where to Watch

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